The Museum of the Albemarle, a hidden gem in Elizabeth City that goes above and beyond what one…read moremight anticipate for a town of its size, is tucked away along the shoreline. The size and caliber of the displays immediately establish that this is not a little local collection but rather a well designed area that reflects the richness and complexity of the history of northeastern North Carolina. Despite my short time today, I was amazed by the depth of the exhibits, which cover centuries of local history, from colonial colonization and Indigenous cultures to maritime heritage and contemporary municipal development. The museum's layout is expansive, with high ceilings and spacious galleries that invite deeper exploration. It's the kind of place where you could easily spend several hours and still feel like there's more to uncover. [Review 887 of 2025 - 4309 in North Carolina - 24444 overall]

The Museum of the Albermarle is located in Downtown Elizabeth City. Admission is free and the…read moremuseum has its own parking lot or you can park in other lots in town and walk to the museum. The museum has a ramp or stairs in the front to get to the entrance. The museum is large and is on two levels and covers all 13 of the Albemarle counties. (Northampton; Hertford; Dare; Bertie; Gates; Perquimans; Chowan; Pasquotank; Camden; Currituck; Washington; Tyrell; and Hyde), pretty much all of the northeast corner of the state. You can take the stairs up to the second level for a better look at the shad boat and quilts or use the elevator. Restrooms are located on both levels. The first floor had some traveling exhibits and the gift shop. The second floor had the permanent exhibits with the history of the area. I liked that the museum covered so many topics from the beginning to different periods of time from when Native Americans were in the region to the slavery and the Underground Railroad, Railroads; Automobiles; Firefighting; Farming; the World Wars and the Civil War; Civil Rights; the Vietnam War; the Coast Guard; different industries and tourism. The museum has many artifacts and information boards to read. The waterfowl exhibit with the bird decoys was great and showed the details of the carvings. The floating theatre inspired Show Boat. Hannah Crafts was inspiring. This museum showcases the importance of the Albemarle Sound and the region and they did a great job of preserving history and stories for future generations. I highly recommend visiting this wonderful museum.

Bless our National Park staff. They have to deal with some terrible humans, as we witnessed the day…read morewe were there. But it was handled well and we enjoyed our time here. There is a ton to see in the visitor center and even more on the other side of Kill Devil Hill (the big hill with monument) They have a Veterans discount in the gift shop!

We were so happy we stopped here. The walk up to the memorial is steep at times, but there are…read moremultiple paths to take so others may have been more gradual, but it was part of the experience to step up to where these brothers flew their first flight. Do stop in even just to drive around, it was beautiful!

This is a cool little museum in Suffolk…read more They have been under renovation but it's still worth stopping by they have an actual train car outside and a lil free library. It is where all the city buses stop so you can catch one and explore more of Suffolk if you like There is also a gorgeous graveyard and the cultural arts center across the street you are walking distance from several restaurants and during the holidays there is a giant Christmas tree here perfect for family photos

I had a wonderful time at the Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad museum! Parking was ample and easy…read moreto get in and out. When you arrive you have to ring the bell, and the museum guide will answer. The Museum Guide was so friendly and nice! I loved learning about the trains and the Mr. Peanut history. I loved seeing the railroad and town replica scene too. It was so amazing! My ultimate favorite part of the house was climbing the stairs to the second level. You get a cute view ! I also enjoyed the garden outside, pretty roses and flowers. It was a great museum!

Awesome for the kids and adults. Totally recommend . We had an amazing time. The owl is my…read morefavorite

This is a fantastic place for children to explore! I came here with my 4m daughter at the time…read morealong with friends and their children. They were mesmerized by every exhibit! Unfortunately at the time we went, a lot of exhibits were being switched out indoors and it was very cold so a lot of animals were not out. The otter is extremely friendly and my daughter loves going to see Nora! Well worth the membership if you and your family consider going more than once. We did eat at the cafe, and the food was not that good. It gave me a terrible stomachache.

This review is for Thank You Gallery…read more Tucked inside another museum, Thank You Gallery is a hidden gem in Virginia worth seeking out. The space is intimate but thoughtful, and the curation feels fresh and intentional. Andrew (who worked there) was excellent -- welcoming, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the work on display. Definitely a nice surprise and well worth a stop if you're in the area.

Don't know why this place was moved here but here we are. This place was a huge let down. The size…read moreis small and the self guide tour is over pretty quickly. There are two main rooms and a kids room before the exit where arts and crafts can be done. Viewing the entirety of the museum takes 20 minutes tops. The art itself is creative and eye catching for sure. The best part is it's free, otherwise this place would have no value at all.

Stop by the Aquarium just to have something to do + We love marine life…read more It was a very nice and relaxing experience. The Staff was very helpful, friendly and welcoming; We had a great time!

We recently stopped in while visiting family in the Virginia Beach area. The aquarium has several…read moremarine life options for viewing. The sea turtle was by far our favorite. The walk through tank tunnel is a very cool experience. However I felt like compared to other aquariums across the country that we have visited, this one just fell short.

We arrived too late to take a tour, but still enjoyed a fun photo op. Rafter a long day traveling,…read morethe pine scented air and peaceful atmosphere were a blessing. The birds were chatting, but we still felt utterly relaxed on these pristine grounds. When in the area it's worth visiting!

If you are up this way, you almost have to stop in to the Historic Corolla area and take the climb…read moreup 220 steps to the top of the beautiful brick Currituck lighthouse. Lit on December 1st, 1875, the lighthouse has served as a beacon for safety for 150 years!! The view from the top is spectacular and absolutely worth the price of admission!

An intensive tour of the Riddick Folly House, our tour guide who's been working and curating the…read morepieces for over thirty year's was informative, funny, and a passionate guide. Be prepared for an hour and thirty minute tour, but it's worth it.

We had such an amazing tour! Lee was so personable and knowledgable and really took his time…read moretaking us through every room in the house.

Had a wonderful afternoon touring the Virginia Beach Military Aviation Museum…read more The Museum houses one of the world's largest private collections of warbirds in flying condition. It includes examples from Germany, France, Italy, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, from both World War I and World War II. Our tour guide, a veteran of the Royal Air Force, was very knowledgeable and an absolute delight. 10 out of 5 stars and higher recommended.

When I first walked up, I was impressed with the building itself. Most military museums I've been…read moreto that aren't federally funded are old and a little worn down. Not this spot! The updates are clear when even just driving up, and that is just the beginning. Well kept, and with volunteers running the show even on a Tuesday during school time, this place shines for its love of history and keeping it current. I was absolutely impressed with the aircraft and the exhibits; even the gift shop had awesome selection! It seems a little pricy perhaps at first, but it was absolutely worth it. We will be back to see the flights; who cares it's a haul from Hampton!

The Roanoke Island Maritime Museum. It was built in 1998 and is located in the George Washington…read moreCreef Boathouse who was a local boat builder. He made Shad boats. Those volunteering didn't seem interested in telling me anything about the museum unfortunately so I learned what I did from reading the exhibits and walking around. The museum has some small water crafts to see like the Ella that was build in 1883 and exhibits. Boats are restored at the museum too. If you are in the area, check out the museum to see these hand crafted boats.

The lighthouse was nice. We were able to check it out early in the morning. There were beautiful…read moreviews. The other part was ok. They had a neat knot area but it was not clear were To go to check out the boats.